Balsam Lake Family Lawyers

After working in a firm for the first four years out of law school, Candice opened her own law practice in Sparta, Wisconsin. While she thoroughly enjoyed the six years she spent working across multiple counties and a wide range of legal areas, Candice sought and received a judicial appointment to complete a term as La Crosse County Circuit Court Branch 5 Judge. Now that her term has concluded, Candice has returned to private practice with increased skill and knowledge to better serve her clients.

Attorney Maureen Black is an experienced family law lawyer based in Waukesha and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Maureen has worked at two reputable divorce and family law firms prior to joining Karp & Iancu and she brings with her vast experience and strategies to help her clients in their times of need. Maureen is responsive, creative and highly skilled in the courtroom and at the negotiation table.

Admitted to practice law in Wisconsin since 1995, I have had my own law practice since 1997. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, my practice concentrates on litigation in the areas of criminal defense (all levels, state & federal), family law (divorce, child custody/support, paternity), personal bankruptcy (and alternatives), state & municipal licensing and other areas. I am admitted to practice in Wisconsin and in both the U.S. District Courts of the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. I earned my B.A. at the University of New Orleans in 1991 and my J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 1995. I am...

Attorney Todd Simon represents clients in a variety of complex criminal cases in both misdemeanor and felony matters. Attorney Simon has the knowledge and experience to represent clients in matters ranging from drunk driving or OWI cases to very complex domestic violence cases, property crimes, and drug related cases. Having several years of experience handling hundred of criminal cases, many of which have resulted in reduced charges, outright dismissals, and not guilty verdicts by juries, Attorney Simon has a reputation in the legal community as an aggressive advocate for his clients. His experience has even found...

Raised in Northcentral Wisconsin, Attorney Wojan attended UW-Oshkosh and Marquette University Law School. Attorney Wojan has practiced at Petit & Dommershausen since 2012.

I formed CCMA SOLUTIONS, LLC (Consultation, Collaboration, Mediation & Arbitration) and mainly focus on Alternative Dispute Resolutions as a Certified Mediator. My 27 years of practice as a lawyer and 12 years as a Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge, along with my Mediation Certification from Northwestern University, give me a unique ability to resolve a multitude of cases fairly and efficiently without having to waste time and money litigating them in court. Although many of my cases are Divorce and Paternity, I have also Mediated a multitude of topics including: Contract disputes, Landlord/Tenant leases, Probate disputes, Real...

Breanne Bucher joined the firm in April, 2014. She previously was an associate attorney at a general practice law firm in Waukesha County. Breanne graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in 2010 and passed the Wisconsin Bar Examination on her first attempt.

In law school, she was a member of the Valparaiso Law Criminal Law Clinic, in which she represented indigent clients charged with both low-level misdemeanors and violent felony offenses. She also interned with the Lake County Public Defender’s Office in Lake County, Indiana and continued to gain experience in criminal defense. Although passionate about criminal law, she discovered...

The practice of family law has been the perfect opportunity to use the skills I have nurtured throughout my life. Divorce cases are complex. The issues range from creating a placement schedule that permits your children to thrive, to assessing the values of businesses or pensions. My mathematical and analytical background, along with over 15 years of experience, allow me to fully and effectively counsel our divorce clients about family and financial issues in an effort to obtain a resolution that is fair and well-reasoned. I believe that children's needs and interests are paramount. I have three young children...

Jason D. Baltz is primarily a criminal defense attorney in Mikwaukee, but he also takes on cases for family law, personal injury, and business law. To contact Attorney Baltz about your legal matter, visit his website, or call his office today!

Family Law Attorney Jeff Blessinger has earned a very strong local and regional reputation as tough and intelligent, yet compassionate in fighting for the rights of his clients. For more than 19 years, Attorney Blessinger has skillfully handled all types of family law cases, from high conflict child custody, child support and maintenance battles, to collaborative divorces, alimony, and paternity issues. Jeff has the skills, experience, reputation, and legal ability to successfully represent and defend you in any family law case, no matter how large or small.

I am one of the founders of The Law Center for Children & Families. I pride myself on being a creative litigator and strategist who devotes my skills to protecting the rights of children. I believe the law should provide solutions, not roadblocks. My 33 years of experience include many jury and court trials, as well as helping to develop state and national laws and ethical rules for surrogacy and adoption. I acted as expert witness in Mercycare Insurance Company v. Wisconsin Commissioner of Insurance, a Wisconsin Supreme Court case addressing maternity coverage for surrogates.

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Paula A. Hamer is a Shareholder at the Herrling Clark Law Firm, Ltd. Paula’s practice is entirely devoted to family law issues and related litigation. For the past decade, Paula has served clients in the areas of divorce, paternity actions, custody, and physical placement disputes, adoptions, and claims to terminate parental rights. Prior to dedicating her entire practice to the representation of clients involved in family law cases, Paula served as a town, city, and village attorney for various local municipalities.

Paula is an active member of the Outagamie County Bar Association, the Winnebago County Bar Association, and the Waupaca County...

Megan L. Drury is an attorney in the family law department at Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP. Megan joined the firm in 2021 after graduating from Marquette University Law School (’21). Prior to attending law school, Megan received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (’17) and completed her Bachelor’s Degree at Marquette University in Psychology (’14). Megan greatly enjoys working with clients through the challenging and often emotional process of a divorce. Throughout law school, Megan was dedicated to volunteering at various pro bono clinics throughout the Milwaukee community. After volunteering nearly 250 hours, she...

Attorney Genelle Johnson strives to be the best advocate for her clients and the best negotiator for a swift resolution. Her goal is to give her clients a life full of health and happiness to look forward to. Divorce can be an extremely alienating process that puts some of the worst moments of your life on the table for all to see. Throughout a case, she promises her clients to not only be an effective advocate for their cause but a friend during an extremely difficult time.

Eric Schanowski is an Associate with Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Prior to joining the firm, Eric worked as a prosecutor at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office and as an employment litigator. Eric is admitted to practice in Wisconsin. Eric graduated from the University of Michigan in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and a minor in Spanish. He received his JD from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in 2018. While in law school, Eric was the Online Managing Editor for the Northwestern University Law Review and a member of the Moot Court Society....

Magner & Hueneke, LLP, a reputable law firm based in Milwaukee, is committed to offering comprehensive legal services tailored to the diverse needs of individuals and families. Specializing in divorce and family law, estate planning, and probate, our firm strives to provide exceptional representation. We understand the importance of having an experienced attorney who comprehends your objectives and works tirelessly to achieve your desired outcomes while securing your future. Chris Hueneke serves as a Partner at Magner & Hueneke, LLP. He completed his legal education at Marquette University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the...

Grew up in Chicago, Illinois. Attended Northwestern University and graduated with BA in history in 1986. Attended University of Baltimore Law School and graduated with a JD in 1991. Resided in Oshkosh, Wisconsin since 1992. Married with two children.

Scott McCarthy has been in practice since 1991 and is one of the most experienced trial lawyers in southern Wisconsin. Scott has taken countless cases to trial in Rock County, Dane County, Waukesha County, Jefferson County and more surrounding counties and counties around the State. He has won at every level including the Supreme Court Scott's success was noticed in 2007 when one of the larger firms in Madison asked Scott to join their litigation team. Scott founded the Janesviille branch of Murphy Desmond and was quickly named to the firm's Litigation Executive Committee where he helped guide the...

Sara has long been a strong advocate for children. Before attending law school, she was a social worker for the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare. Now as an experienced attorney, recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in 2017 and 2019, Sara helps families involved in divorce and paternity proceedings, grandparent and foster parent rights cases, and in complicated CHIPS and termination of parental rights matters. She also serves as a mediator, as well as a guardian ad litem, representing the best interest of children. In all cases, Sara seeks creative solutions that work for families and protect children’s...

Dale Eaton is a partner practicing in the areas of automobile accidents and other personal injuries, medical malpractice, business litigation and family law. He worked for law firms in Boston and Milwaukee, prior to moving to Wausau in 1993. For several years, Attorney Eaton provided full-time litigation support for one of the premier Boston law firms handling plaintiff asbestos and tobacco claims. The firm annually handled hundreds of asbestos/mesothelioma cases associated with Massachusetts area shipyards and factories; and was co-lead counsel for one of the first successful prosecutions of tobacco companies for lung cancer cases in the nation....

I concentrate my practice in the area of family law. I have been practicing for over 30 years, 27 of them in Wisconsin. In addition to advocating for parties, I an appointed Guardian ad Litem for children in custody cases. I am also a trained mediator and am trained as a collaborative attorney. Each case is unique, requiring problem solving skills. I understand that a family law matter is the most personal and emotionally difficult situation for a client and strive always to be aware of this in my representation while at the same time acting as a true legal...

Susan Hansen focuses her practice on collaborative divorce and mediation with self-represented parties. She has extensive experience in both complex financial and child-related family issues. Her approach emphasizes working closely with clients for creative problem-solving and uses an interdisciplinary process to provide the greatest value and long-term benefits to clients. Susan has held leadership positions, including past president of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She has frequently presented on family law topics to lawyers, judges, and mental health and financial professionals. She has provided mediation and collaborative practice training nationally and internationally, most recently in Florence,...

Jeff practices criminal defense and family law in Wisconsin. His office is in Madison. Jeff graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1991. He received his B.S. in history in 1987.

Attorney Putzstuck returned to the Fox Valley area to practice law after graduating from the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis, MN. Joe and his wife are both longtime residents of the Fox Valley.

Joe’s primary concern when representing individuals and businesses, facing a wide variety of legal issues, is to assist them in solving their unique legal issues in a way that makes sense to them. Recognizing that every case presents a unique set of circumstances, Joe likes to get to know his clients so that he can tailor their representation to meet their specific...

Emily is a persistent and compassionate advocate for our clients. She strives to be creative and pragmatic in her work on behalf of children and families. She has a special interest in helping immigrant children and LGBTQ families. She was the lead attorney in a 2014 appeal in Wisconsin about applying the marital presumption of parentage to married same-sex couples post-marriage equality. She represents children and families all over the world in immigration, adoption, and assisted reproduction matters.

Attorney John K. Smerlinski has over 20 years of experience practicing criminal, divorce, and personal injury law in the state of Wisconsin. Attorney Smerlinski specializes in criminal law and can help you with DUI charges, drug charges, misdemeanor charges, and felony charges just to name a few. Smerlinski Law Office S. C. has extensive experience in divorce/family law and personal injury law. The firm has secured over 50 acquittals for clients over the years, and will work hard to get you the best results possible with your case. Contact Smerlinski Law Office today, for a free consultation, to discuss...

Carlos A. Gamino is a zealous attorney who advocates for the legal rights of his clients in communities throughout the Milwaukee metropolitan area, and all of Southeastern Wisconsin. Working with a team of attorneys at Gamino Law Offices allows Attorney Carlos Gamino the ability to provide each client with the personal service and innovative legal analysis to achieve desired results for his clients.

Shane Laughton Brabazon is the Owner and Managing Attorney of Brabazon Law Office, LLC. A native of Northeastern Wisconsin, Shane attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska where he earned degrees in Economic and Finance and Minored in Speech Communication. He served three terms as President of the Creighton University Speech and Debate Team and won numerous awards for debating and persuasive speaking. He graduated from Creighton Magna Cum Laude. Shane graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Law in 1995 and passed the Wisconsin State Bar that same year. While at the University of Minnesota, Attorney Brabazon was an intern...

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Long before law school, I advocated for children and families both in the court system and in the community. I have advocated for abused and neglected children as a volunteer and as a foster parent. My work as a volunteer coordinator for homeless families with children gave me insight into the challenges faced by families in Dane County in finding basic resources and gave me a profound respect for parents working to meet their children’s needs in the midst of chaos. I seek to be a fair, considerate, and zealous voice for my clients.

As a Janesville, WI, native I felt passionate about coming back to Janesville and serving my community. I opened my law firm in 1986 and have 30+ years of experience helping with Divorce, DUI, Drunk Driving, Traffic, and Real Estate cases. I care about the personal and economic happiness of my clients. Feel free to give me a ring to talk through your legal circumstances

Brad is a partner at Richter & Phillips, LLP, focusing on family law litigation, and has training as a mediator. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law (formerly The John Marshall Law School) where he was also Managing Editor of the Journal of Computer and Information Law (JCIL). Brad also was a contributor to JCIL, with a published comment, and has been featured in an article for the Chicago Tribune. Brad...

Attorney Sanders-Brown practices in the areas of Divorce, Paternity, Adoption, Personal Injury, Guardianship and Guardian ad Litem cases. Attorney Sanders-Brown started her career in Criminal Defense, taking appointments from the State Public Defender. She also held a Guardian ad Litem contract with Winnebago County for over ten years which allowed her to represent the best interests of children in CHIPS cases and adults in need of Guardianships and Protective Placement or Services. Attorney Sanders-Brown routinely secures the compensation her clients deserve in personal injury cases and protects the rights and interests of clients in family law matters. Serving as...

Attorney Zachary P. Hoff is an Associate Attorney with experience in criminal, traffic and family law. He believes that it is important to understand the details of each case, but that it is also important to get to know his clients as people and not just a case number. To establish a relationship of trust and honesty with them, he believes will bring the best possible outcome of their case.

Zachary gained valuable Courtroom experience as a Law Clerk in the Waukesha County Circuit Court. Under the mentorship of the Honorable J. Mac Davis and the Honorable Patrick...

At PETIT & DOMMERSHAUSEN, SC, we are committed to providing personalized, hands-on service. We make sure your interests are clearly articulated and defended, whether you are accused of a crime, going through a difficult divorce or custody fight, or need to get or defend against a restraining order.

I have a unique philosophy in handling Family Law matters. I believe that every client deserves my time in terms of individual attention and my experience so that they have the best representation possible to guide them through one of the most difficult experiences in their life. I have a commitment to excellent personal service to my clients and believes my clients appreciate my quick and truthful responses to their questions and concerns.

No one wants an expensive, difficult or time-consuming divorce experience. Therefore, I am committed to giving my clients a quick, civilized and fair resolution to their family law...

I am an Iowa native who obtained an undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr College and a law degree from the Vermont Law School.

Paisley Hoffman is an Associate Attorney with Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C., where she represents clients in a variety of practice areas, including: Criminal defense Divorce Paternity Post-judgment custody and placement disputes Child in need of protection or services (CHIPS) Delinquency Injunctions She serves as advocacy counsel in such cases at the urging of a Dane County Judge. In addition, she is regularly asked by multiple judges to serve as Guardian ad Litem, where she represents the best interest of children in Dane and surrounding counties. Judges trust her judgment in family cases and know she will always be a strong advocate for the best interest of children....

Attorney Tristan F. Eagon has spent her entire legal career as a courtroom trial attorney and litigator. Her practice is devoted to obtaining optimal outcomes for clients in need of an attorney to prevail in their case. Tristan has a degree in Criminal Justice from Muskingum University and received her law degree from Western Michigan University in 2012. She has been admitted to the Michigan Bar and was admitted into the Wisconsin State Bar in 2014. Today, her trial practice concentrates in the areas of family law but she also spearheads advocacy of alternative dispute resolution. She has the uncanny ability to...

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